Mechanical Engineer — AI Design Evaluator

Mercor; New York (NY); Remote; USD 55,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercor is hiring experienced Mechanical Engineers to help evaluate and improve cutting-edge AI systems. You will assess AI-generated mechanical content and workflows using real-world design expertise.

Responsibilities include evaluating designs, drawings, specs, and engineering artifacts for quality; comparing AI outputs; and reviewing scenarios for compliance with specifications. Start immediately for a duration of approximately 4–6 weeks, with task-based payment and potential hourly pay after

Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience designing, evaluating, or maintaining mechanical products, equipment, or systems.
• Able to commit 20+ hours per week.
• Strong written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated mechanical designs, technical drawings, system specifications, and other engineering artifacts for quality and accuracy.
• Compare AI-generated responses head-to-head based on engineering rigor, design soundness, and specification precision.
• Review mechanical engineering scenarios involving equipment design, system troubleshooting, and specification compliance and provide expert feedback.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience (4+ 

English writing ability

Time commitment 20+ hours/week

Job description

Mercor is hiring experienced Mechanical Engineers to help evaluate and improve cutting-edge AI systems. You will assess AI-generated mechanical content and workflows using real-world design expertise.

Responsibilities include evaluating designs, drawings, specs, and engineering artifacts for quality; comparing AI outputs; and reviewing scenarios for compliance with specifications. Start immediately for a duration of approximately 4–6 weeks, with task-based payment and potential hourly pay after